ABOUT US

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups, including applicants looking for career advancement in inclusive education.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The key purpose of Classroom Support Teacher (CST) position is to identify, assess, support, monitor and evaluate students’ specific learning needs, in collaboration with other members of the School community, recognising and valuing the diversity in our student population.

The CST will provide an additional and specialist resource to teachers, supporting differentiation for learners with identified support and education needs. The CST will work across a variety of areas including literacy, numeracy, behaviour management, organisation and social skills development, enhancing the development of confident and capable learners.

St Bede's is a K to Year 6 Co-educational Primary School in the heart of Braidwood. At St Bede's School, we strive to inspire, nurture and challenge each child to reach their potential through providing quality education, professional and dedicated staff, high quality learning environment, and ongoing educational opportunities.

St Bede's is located in Braidwood, a chic destination town located between Canberra (1 hour) and the coast (40 minutes). We have a welcoming and inclusive staff, with some commuting daily from coastal towns.

BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES

• Permanent part-time employment with one of the leading education systems for teacher professional learning and development;
• Attractive remuneration package;
• Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing;
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption);
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave);
• Support for professional development and study opportunities;
• Access to Flourish, our world-class employee assistance program.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• An understanding and commitment to the Church’s mission in Catholic Education and the capacity to contribute to the spiritual and community life of the school;
• The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative and professional requirements;
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills so as to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents;
• Classroom management and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments, including managing challenging student behaviours and meeting a variety of learning needs;
• A thorough knowledge of the NSW Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning;
• Successful planning and implementation of programs including the integration of technology; and
• A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.

Please refer to the role description (attached below) for in-depth details regarding the required criteria and skill set.